Vegetarian Kansiy Recipe from Guinea West Africa

Discover the rich and comforting flavors of West Africa with this vegetarian Kansiy recipe from Guinea. This hearty stew is a vibrant combination of creamy peanut butter, fresh tomatoes, and tender vegetables like carrots, sweet potato, and spinach, all simmered to perfection in a fragrant ginger and garlic-infused broth. Finished with a hint of cayenne for optional heat, this dish offers a delightful balance of savory, nutty, and subtly sweet flavors. Serve it hot over fluffy white rice for a nutritious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for both weeknights and special occasions. Packed with plant-based protein, this traditional Guinean recipe is not only delicious but also a celebration of West African culinary heritage.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Peanut butter
• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 1 large Onion
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece Ginger
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Sweet potato
• 2 cups Spinach
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
• 4 cups Cooked white rice

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the vegetables by washing and peeling the carrots and sweet potato. Dice the carrots and sweet potato into bite-sized pieces. Roughly chop the onion and tomatoes. Mince the garlic and ginger.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and become saucy.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add the diced carrots and sweet potato to the pot and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk the peanut butter with a cup of the hot broth from the pot until smooth and well-combined. Return the peanut butter mixture to the pot, stirring to fully incorporate.

Step 7

Add the spinach to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Step 8

Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 9

Serve the Kansiy hot over cooked white rice. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1968.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3020.5

Total Fat 167.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 51.6g
Cholesterol 3.9mg	0%
Sodium 4413.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 321.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.7g	0%
Total Sugars 63.4g
Protein 86.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 417.9mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 4208.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.1%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 40.9%